Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Minnesota
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$62.84/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Minnesota is $62.84 per hour. This is 26% higher than the US average of $46.49.
Last updated on June 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages
$62.84/hour
Minnesota
26% higher than the US average.
$46.49/hour
United States
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Minnesota compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Illinois ($48) and Missouri ($48). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $63 per hour — Wisconsin pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $60 | $65 |
| Illinois | $48 | $53 |
| Missouri | $48 | $58 |
| Michigan | $44 | $45 |
| South Dakota | $40 | $43 |
| North Dakota | $39 | $39 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Minnesota?
TRS Healthcare Permanent pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($41). For comparison, the Minnesota average for Medical Surgical Nurses is $63 per hour — TRS Healthcare Permanent pays 20% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| TRS Healthcare Permanent | $50 | $50 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $41 |
Last updated on June 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- Rainy Lake Medical Center
- International Falls, MN
- 3x12 hrs, Days
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